Christopher Columbus met his end at 51 due to an illness he contracted.

Christopher Columbus died in 1506 in Spain at the age of 51 from an illness. Columbus was an Italian explorer and navigator who undertook four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean and opened the way for widespread European exploration and the eventual colonization of the Americas. His voyages, initially funded by the Spanish monarchs, resulted in the permanent connection between Europe and the Americas and marked the beginning of the Age of Exploration. Despite his achievements, Columbus faced criticism and controversy due to his treatment of the indigenous populations he encountered. His death in Spain marked the end of a chapter in world history and the beginning of a complex legacy that is debated to this day. #ChristopherColumbus #Columbus #AgeofExploration #SpanishMonarchs #legacy